What is the cheapest way to get from Peterborough to Cumbria?

The cheapest way to get from Peterborough to Cumbria is to train and bus which costs £45 - £85 and takes 9h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Peterborough to Cumbria?

The fastest way to get from Peterborough to Cumbria is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Peterborough and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct train from Peterborough to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Peterborough and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Newcastle and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Peterborough to Cumbria?

The distance between Peterborough and Cumbria is 278 miles. The road distance is 212.7 miles.

How do I travel from Peterborough to Cumbria without a car?

The best way to get from Peterborough to Cumbria without a car is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs £90 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Peterborough to Cumbria?

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Peterborough to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peterborough to Cumbria train from?

Peterborough to Cumbria train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Peterborough station.

Where does the Peterborough to Cumbria train arrive?

Peterborough to Cumbria train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Peterborough to Cumbria?

Yes, the driving distance between Peterborough to Cumbria is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Peterborough to Cumbria.

Where can I stay near Cumbria?

There are 864+ hotels available in Cumbria.

Peterborough to Cumbria - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Peterborough to Cumbria by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain Newcastle - Carlisle / ...
5h 58m
£94–143
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Doncastertrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
9h 13m
£48–84
Drive 211.4 mi
1. Drive from Peterborough to Cumbriacar 211.4 mi
3h 34m
£53–76
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h
£104–158
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
7h 12m
£95–140

Peterborough to Cumbria by train and bus

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Distance: 276 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between Peterborough, England and Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Peterborough to Pooley Bridge Inn via Newcastle, Carlisle, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 5h 58m.

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